Wireless-N ADSL2+ Modem Router DGN2000 Setup Manual

1 April 2008208-10255-01 , Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USAW ireless-N adsl2 + Modem Router DGN2000 Setup Manualii 2008 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights and the NETGEAR logo are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective of ConditionsIn the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described adsl2 + Modem Router DGN2000 Setup ManualGetting to Know Your Wireless 1 Unpacking Your New Router .. 1 Hardware Features .. 2 Router Front Panel .. 2 Router Back Panel .. 4 Router Side Panel .. 5 Router Label .. 6 Positioning Your Wireless Router .. 6 Installing Your Wireless-N Modem Router .

2 7 Installing Your Router Using the Smart 9 Using the Smart Wizard .. 9 Accessing Your Router After Installation .. 10 Installing Your Router Manually(Advanced, Mac, and Linux Users).. 11 Understanding ADSL Microfilters .. 12 ADSL Microfilter .. 12 ADSL Microfilter with Built-In Splitter .. 12 Connecting Your Wireless-N Modem Router .. 13 Verifying Your Connection .. 16 Setting Up Your Router for Internet Access .. 17 Configuring Your Wireless 21 Specifying Wireless Settings .. 21 Setting Your SSID and Wireless Security Manually .. 22 Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Configure Your Wireless Network .. 23 Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity .. 29 Basic Functioning .. 29 Power LED Not On .. 30 Power LED is Red .. 30 LAN or Internet Port LEDs Not On .. 30 Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface .. 31 Troubleshooting the ISP Connection .. 32 ADSL link .. 32 Obtaining an Internet IP Address .. 33 Troubleshooting PPPoE or PPPoA .. 34 Troubleshooting Internet Browsing.

3 34 Troubleshooting a TCP/IP Network Using the Ping Utility .. 35 Testing the LAN Path to Your Router .. 35 Testing the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device .. 36 Restoring the Default Configuration and Password .. 36 Using the Wireless On/Off and WPS Buttons to Reset the Router .. 37 Technical 39 General Specifications .. 39 Default Configuration .. 40 Related 43 Registration and 45 Getting to Know Your Wireless Router1 Getting to Know Your Wireless RouterCongratulations on your purchase of a NETGEAR high-speed wireless Router , the DGN2000 Wireless-N adsl2 + Modem you begin installing your Router , check the package contents (see Unpacking Your New Router on page 1). Become familiar with the front and back panels of your Router especially the LEDs and the important information on the Router label (see Hardware Features on page 2). Then, read the section on Positioning Your Wireless Router on page 6 to ensure that you have selected the best location to install your Router .

4 This chapter describes how to set up the Wireless-N Modem Router on your Local Area Network (LAN) and connect to the Internet. It describes how to set up your Wireless-N Modem Router for Internet access and configure basic wireless Your New RouterYour Router should contain the following items: Wireless-N Modem Router AC power adapter (varies by region) Category 5 (Cat 5) Ethernet cable Telephone cable with RJ-11 connector Microfilters (quantity and type vary by region) Resource CD, including: The Smart Wizard Installation Assistant This Manual Warranty and Support Information cardsIf any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the product for your Router in a suitable area for installation (near an AC power outlet and accessible to the Ethernet cables for your wired computers).2 Getting to Know Your Wireless RouterHardware FeaturesBefore you install and connect your Router , take a moment to become familiar with the front and back panels of the Router especially the LEDs on the front Front PanelThe Wireless-N Modem Router front panel shown below contains status LEDs.

5 You can use the LEDs to verify various 1 describes each 1 Table Descriptions LabelLED ActivityDescriptionPowerSolid GreenSolid RedOffFactory resetPower is supplied to the (Power-On Self-Test) failure or device malfunctionPower is not supplied to the routerLights momentarily when the Wireless On/Off and WPS buttons on the side panel of the Router are pressed simultaneously for 6 seconds, then blinks red three times when the wireless and WPS buttons are released, and then turns green as the gateway resets to the factory to Know Your Wireless Router3 LAN Port 1 Solid GreenBlinking GreenSolid AmberBlinking AmberOffThe Local port has detected a link with a 100 Mbps is being transmitted or received at 100 Local port has detected a link with a 10 Mbps is being transmitted or received at 10 link is detected on this Port 2, 3, and 4 Identical to LAN Port 1 Identical to LAN Port 1 WirelessSolid GreenBlinking GreenOffIndicates that the Wireless port is is being transmitted or received over the wireless Wireless Access Point is turned off.

6 DSLS olid GreenBlinking AmberOffThe ADSL port is synchronized with an ISP s network-access ADSL training ADSL is synchronizing with the unit is off or there is no IP Port Solid GreenBlinking GreenOffThere is an Internet session. If the session is dropped due to an idle timeout, and an ADSL connection is still present, the light will remain green. If the session is dropped for any other reason, the light will turn is being transmitted over the ADSL Internet connection GreenBlinking GreenOffWPS wireless security is being device is in the 2-minute interval to synchronize is not being set or Descriptions (continued)LabelLED ActivityDescription4 Getting to Know Your Wireless RouterRouter Back PanelThe back panel of the Wireless-N Modem Router contains port from left to right, the rear panel contains the following elements:1. RJ-11 ADSL port for connecting the Wireless-N Modem Router to an ADSL line2. Four Local Ethernet RJ-45 LAN ports for connecting the Wireless-N Modem Router to the local computers3.

7 Power On/Off button4. AC power adapter inputThe ports on the Router are color-coded to distinguish your Internet port from the other four ports that connect to the wired computer(s) on your 21243 Getting to Know Your Wireless Router5 Router Side PanelThe side panel of the Router has a Wireless On/Off button and a WPS side panel contains the following elements and provides the following function: Wireless On/Off Button. By default, the wireless Modem Router is set up to work as a wireless access point. Pressing this button turns the wireless access point feature off and on. You can also do this through the Wireless Settings screen. For more information, see theon-line Reference Manual . A link to the Reference Manual is on the Resource CD. WPS Button. You can use the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) feature with clients on the network that are Wi-Fi certified and WPA capable. See Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Configure Your Wireless Network on page 23. Factory Default Reset. Press the Wireless On/Off and WPS buttons simultaneously for 6 seconds to reset the Router to its factory default 3 Wireless On/OffWPS6 Getting to Know Your Wireless RouterRouter LabelThe label on the bottom of the Wireless-N Modem Router shows the Router s MAC address, serial number, security PIN, and factory default login information.

8 Positioning Your Wireless RouterThe Wireless-N Modem Router lets you access your network from virtually anywhere within the operating range of your wireless network. However, the operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly depending on the physical placement of your Router . For example, the thickness and number of walls the wireless signal must pass through may limit the range. For best results, place your Router : Near the center of the area where your computers and other devices will operate, preferably within line of sight to your wireless devices. Accessible to an AC power outlet and near Ethernet cables for wired computers. In an elevated location such as a high shelf, keeping the number of walls and ceilings between the Wireless-N Modem Router and your other devices to a minimum. Away from electrical devices which are potential sources of interference, such as ceiling fans, home security systems, microwaves, or the base for a cordless phone. Figure 4 Getting to Know Your Wireless Router7 Away from any large metal surfaces, such as a solid metal door or aluminum studs.

9 Large expanses of other materials such as glass, insulated walls, fish tanks, mirrors, brick, and concrete can also affect your wireless Your Wireless-N Modem RouterTo help you set up your Router and get on the Internet quickly, the Resource CD contains a Smart Wizard . The Smart Wizard walks you through the steps required to connect your Router , microfilters, and PC(s); configure your wireless settings; and enable wireless security for your network. When you have finished, you will be Internet ready!You can set up your Wireless-N Modem Router using one of two methods: Smart Wizard Setup : The Smart Wizard Setup is available on your Resource CD. See Installing Your Router Using the Smart Wizard on page 9 to use the Smart Wizard. This is the easiest option. The wizard guides you through the Setup process. It automates many of the steps and verifies that the steps have been successfully completed. Smart Wizard requires a PC running Microsoft Manual Setup : If you cannot or prefer not to use the Smart Wizard, see Installing Your Router Manually (Advanced, Mac, and Linux Users) on page 11.

10 For example, if you are connecting to a Mac, are using a Linux operating system, or are technically knowledgeable, select this option. Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation or an inability to wirelessly connect to the Internet. If you have a Macintosh or Linux system, you need to use the Manual installation method (see Installing Your Router Manually (Advanced, Mac, and Linux Users) on page 11).Before running the Smart Wizard on a corporate PC to set up your home Router , check with your company s network support staff. Corporate network settings or Virtual Private Network (VPN) client software may conflict with the default settings of a home Router . If you are unsure about whether there might be a conflict, use a different to Know Your Wireless RouterIf you choose to use the Manual Setup option, for best results, install and set up your Router in this order:1. Install and connect your wireless Router to your network (see Connecting Your Wireless-N Modem Router on page 13).